Outdoor Adventure Destinations

This collection highlights outdoor facilities across Nordland, from the dramatic peaks of Lofoten to the coastal stretches of Vesterålen and Helgeland. It features specialized sites like the paragliding hub at Mannen and the hiking trails of the Seven Sisters mountain range. Accommodations range from basic tent pitches in remote parks to well-equipped campsites providing Wi-Fi, power supplies, and caravan facilities. Key locations include coastal bases near whale watching routes in Andenes and fjord-side sites offering access to the Svartisen glacier.

Outdoor Adventure Destinations — Map

A

Sørlandshagen

Coastal park area on the island of Værøy, featuring grassy plains and stony beaches.

B

Mannen, Leknes, Lofoten

400-meter peak overlooking Haukland Beach. Used as a launch site for paragliding and hang gliding.

C

De syv søstre - Kvasstinden

One of the Seven Sisters peaks in Alstahaug, standing at 1,013 meters with a steep, rocky trail.

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D

Andenes Camping

Northernmost campsite on Andøya, situated near the whale safari center and the Bleik beach trail.

E

Furøy Camping

Waterfront site on the Holandsfjord with views of the Svartisen glacier. Offers caravan pitches and tent areas.

F

Kobbvatn Camping

Lakeside campsite in Sørfold, located off the E6 highway near the Rago National Park border.

G

Sildpollnes Sjøcamp

Peninsula site in Lofoten featuring views of the Austnesfjord and the historic Sildpollnes Church.

H

Holm Camping

Coastal site located near the Holm-Vennesund ferry quay on the Helgeland coast.

I

Mo i Rana Camping

Riverside facility located along the Ranelva, offering proximity to the Grønligrotta and Setergrotta caves.

J

Andøy Friluftssenter

Wilderness center in Buksnesfjord specializing in guided nature activities and birdwatching tours.

K

Kvalnesbrygga Camp & Dykkersenter

Diving-focused campsite on Andøya's western coast, offering access to clear-water diving spots.

L

Svenningdal Camping

Roadside site in Grane located between the Svenningdalselva river and the E6 highway.

M

Hov Feriegård Og Camping

Coastal site on Gimsøya featuring an 18-hole links golf course and white sand beaches.

N

Geitvågen Bad & Camping

Coastal recreation area 10 kilometers from Bodø, featuring a heated saltwater swimming pool.

O

Yttervik Camping

Fjord-side campsite 15 kilometers south of Mo i Rana, offering boat rentals on the Ranfjord.

P

Storforsen Camping

Woodland site in Grane located near the Laksforsen waterfall and Vefsna river.

Q

Fjordcamp

Vesterålen base in Bø with 35 cabins and facilities for sea fishing and boat rentals.

R

Børøya Camping

Island-based site near Stokmarknes, providing views of the Hadselfjord and nearby mountain peaks.

S

Sortland Camping og Motell

Facility located at the entrance to Sortland, offering views of the Vesterålen mountains and the Sortland Bridge.

T

Oppmyre Camping

Coastal site in Vesterålen offering views of the Gavlfjorden and proximity to the fishing village of Myre.

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